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R150 DKX

1997 Yamaha Tdm

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

70,385 mi
Last recorded70,385 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Tdm30,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR150 DKX
MakeYamaha
ModelTdm
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 70,385 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 69,775 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 69,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 68,497 miles

Early signs of rear brake bind.

Pass 9 Nov 2021 67,923 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 67,644 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 67,643 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front brake slightly spongy.

Pass 23 Oct 2019 67,259 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 66,909 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 66,581 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey evidence of repair (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 66,303 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 65,975 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

has had a temporary repair

Pass 4 Sep 2014 65,561 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 65,330 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 65,139 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 13 May 2011 64,708 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2010 64,444 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 64,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 63,394 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 15 Mar 2007 61,134 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 61,134 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006
Fail 15 Mar 2006 59,961 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Tdm?

Based on 2,530 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
980
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 14
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R150 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Tdm models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 30,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Tdm fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R150 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Tdm typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Tdm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R150 DKX registered?

R150 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha Tdm, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R150 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R150 DKX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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